Spring 2024

Undergraduate Admission Guide

for International Students
(1st Application Period)

Chung-Ang University
 Table of Contents

1. Admission Schedule ····································································································· 3

2. Eligibility for Application ······························································································ 3

3. Departments and Majors & Admission Quota ························································ 4

4. Application Review Process ························································································· 8

5. Admission Decision ········································································································ 8

6. Practical Test ······················································································································ 9

7. How to Apply ················································································································· 14

8. Application Fee ··············································································································· 14

9. Required Documents for Admission ······································································· 15

10. Notes on Document Submission ··········································································· 16

11. Student Visa (D-2) Application ·············································································· 16

12. Application for 'Certificate of Admission' Issuance ········································ 17

13. Required Documents for ‘Certificate of Admission’ Issuance ························ 18

14. Scholarship & Tuition fee ······················································································ 20

15. List of International Education Quality Assurance Universities ······················ 20

1. Admission Schedule
Classification Schedule Notes
Online Application Only.
September 6, 2023 (Wed) 09:00
(http://oia.cau.ac.kr)
Application Submission ~
Select “Korean”>“입학”>“공지사
September 27, 2023 (Wed) 18:00
항”
September 6, 2023 (Wed) 09:00
Required Documents Please refer to 3p, “Document
~
Submission Submission Address”
October 4, 2023 (Wed) 18:00
Detailed information to be
School of Medicine
October 14, 2023 (Sat) announced on OIA Website on
Interview Test
Applicants October 11 (Wed)
for Detailed information to be
Spring Arts Practical Test October 21, 2023 (Sat) announced on OIA Website on
2024 October, 18 (Wed)
(1st) http://oia.cau.ac.kr
Announcement of
November 3, 2023 (Fri) 14:00 Select “Korean”>“입학”>“공지사
Admission Acceptance
항”
Detailed information to be
Application for 'Certificate
announced on OIA Website
of Admission'
January, 2024 (http://oia.cau.ac.kr )
Registration Period Woori Bank Branches
*Details to be announced later
Orientation for
February 27, 2024 (Tue) *The semester will start on
International Students
March 4 (Mon)

2. Eligibility for Application-All applicants should meet the below requirements

Classification Requirements for Application Exceptions for Application

Applicant's parents should both be foreign national.

Freshman ※ Students with dual nationality
Applicant must graduate (or is expected to graduate) from
Admission (Korean citizenship + other)
high school or have an equivalent educational background. cannot apply for these types
of admission.
Applicant' parents should both be foreign national.
Applicants must have completed (or is expected to ※ If students became a foreign
Second Year national after entering
complete) at least one year (two semesters) in a degree
Transfer elementary school, students
program at a four-year university; must graduate (or is
Admission can not apply for these types
expected to graduate) from a two or three year college; or of admission.
must have an equivalent educational background.
※ Self-educated students or
Applicant' parents should both be foreign national. students with a G.E.D. are
Applicants must have completed (or is expected to not eligible.
Third Year
complete) at least two years (four semesters) in a degree
Transfer ※ For the School of Medicine, a
program at a four-year university; must graduate (or be
Admission certificate of TOPIK Level 6 is
expected to graduate) from a two or three year college; or required.
must have an equivalent educational background.

※ Document Submission Address

- Korean Address : 서울특별시 동작구 흑석로84 중앙대학교 100주년 기념관(310관) 2층, 210호
국제교류팀(06974)
- English Address : Office of International Affairs, Room#210, Building#310, Chung-Ang University,
84 Heuksuk-Ro, Dongjak-Gu, Seoul, Korea(06974)
- Tel : +82-2-820-6575
- E-mail : ba@cau.ac.kr
- Website : http://oia.cau.ac.kr

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3. Departments and Majors & Admission Quota
A. Freshman Admission

College Departments Majors Location Quota

Korean Language & Literature Seoul
English Language & Literature Seoul
German Languages &
Seoul
Literature
French Languages &
European Languages & Cultures Seoul
Literature
Russian Languages &
Seoul
Literature
Humanities
Japanese Languages & Literature
-Japanese Languages & Literature is not Seoul
available to Japanese nationals
Asian Languages & Cultures
Chinese Languages & Literature
-Chinese Languages & Literature is not Seoul
available to Chinese nationals
Philosophy Seoul
History Seoul
Political Science Seoul
Public Administration Public Administration Seoul
Psychology Seoul
Social Library & Information Science Seoul
Sciences Social Welfare Seoul
Media Communication
Media Journalism/Digital Media Contents Seoul
(Mass Communication)
Sociology Seoul
Urban Planning and Real Estate Seoul

Business Administration Business Administration Seoul

Business
Economics Seoul number
& Applied Statistics Seoul not
determined
Economics Advertising & Public Relations Seoul
International Logistics Seoul
Physics Seoul
Natural Chemistry Seoul
Sciences Biological Sciences Seoul
Mathematics Seoul
Animal Science & Technology Da Vinci
Biotechnology Bioresource & Bioscience
Integrative Plant Science (Anseong)
and
Natural
Food Science & Technology Da Vinci
Resources Food Science & Technology
(Anseong)
Food & Nutrition
Civil & Environmental Engineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering
Seoul
Urban Design & Studies
Urban Design & Studies
Seoul
*1 Architectural Engineering (4-year
Architecture & Building Science program)/Architecture (5-year program)
Engineering Seoul

Chemical Engineering Seoul

Mechanical Engineering Seoul

ICT Electrical and

Seoul
Engineering Electronics Engineering
Software Software Seoul
*2
Medicine Medicine Seoul

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 Theatre (Acting) Seoul
Film Studies Seoul
Theatre and Film Design Seoul
Performing Arts and Media Da Vinci
Photography
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Dance (Korean/Modern/Ballet)
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Crafts
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Industrial Design
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Design Visual Communication Design
(Anseong)
*3 Da Vinci
Housing and Interior Design
(Anseong)
*3 Da Vinci
Fashion
(Anseong)
Arts
Da Vinci
Composition
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Voice Music
(Anseong)
Music number
Da Vinci not
Piano
(Anseong) determined
Da Vinci
Orchestral Music
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Music Arts
(Anseong)
Korean music
Da Vinci
Party Arts
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
TV Broadcasting & Entertainment
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Global School of Arts Applied Music
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Game Contents & Animations
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Sports Sports science Life & Leisure Sport / Sport Industry
(Anseong)

Arts and Da Vinci

Technology School of Arts and Technology*2
(Anseong)

*1
The specific major field must be decided in Third year.
*2
The School of Medicine, The School of Arts and Technology only accepts first year (Freshman
Admission) students. (The School of Medicine might not accept any new students depending on their
qualifications.)
*3
The Housing and Interior Design, Fashion does not have any practical test. Applicants will be
evaluated with the same requirements as the colleges of Humanity and Social Science do.

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B. Transfer Admission for 2ndand 3rdyear

College Departments Majors Location Quota

Korean Language & Literature Seoul
English Language & Literature Seoul
German Languages &
Seoul
Literature
French Languages &
European Languages & Cultures Seoul
Literature
Russian Languages &
Seoul
Literature
Humanities
Japanese/Chinese Languages & Literature
-Japanese Languages & Literature is not Seoul
available to Japanese nationals
Asian Languages & Cultures
Chinese Languages & Literature
-Chinese Languages & Literature is not Seoul
available to Chinese nationals
Philosophy Seoul
History Seoul
Political Science Seoul
Public Administration Public Administration Seoul
Psychology Seoul
Social Library & Information Science Seoul
Sciences Social Welfare Seoul
Media Communication
Media Journalism/Digital Media Contents Seoul
(Mass Communication)
Sociology Seoul
Urban Planning and Real Estate Seoul
Business Administration Business Administration Seoul
Business Economics Seoul
& Applied Statistics Seoul number
Economics Advertising & Public Relations Seoul not
determined
International Logistics Seoul
Physics Seoul
Natural Chemistry Seoul
Sciences Biological Sciences Seoul
Mathematics Seoul
Animal Science & Technology Da Vinci
Biotechnology Bioresource & Bioscience
and Integrative Plant Science (Anseong)
Natural Food Science & Technology Da Vinci
Resources Food Science & Technology
Food & Nutrition (Anseong)

Civil & Environmental Engineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering

Seoul
Urban Design & Studies Urban Design & Studies

Engineering Architecture & Building Science Architectural Engineering (4-year program) Seoul
Chemical Engineering &
Seoul
New Material Science
Mechanical Engineering Seoul
ICT Electrical and
Seoul
Engineering Electronics Engineering
Software Software Seoul

Theatre (Acting) Seoul

Film Studies Seoul
Performing Arts and
Arts Theatre and Film Design Seoul
Media
Da Vinci
Photography
(Anseong)

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 Da Vinci
Dance (Korean/Modern/Ballet)
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Crafts
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Industrial Design
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Design Visual Communication Design
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Housing and Interior Design*1
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Fashion*1
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Composition
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Voice Music
(Anseong)
Music
Da Vinci
Piano
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Orchestral Music
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Music Arts
(Anseong)
Korean music
Da Vinci
Party Arts
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
TV Broadcasting & Entertainment
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Global School of Arts Applied Music
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Game Contents & Animations
(Anseong)
Da Vinci
Sports Sports science Life & Leisure Sport / Sport Industry
(Anseong)

*1 The Housing and Interior Design, Fashion does not have any practical test. Applicants will be
evaluated with the same requirements as the colleges of Humanity and Social Science do.

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4. Application Review Process
A. Specific Selection Method for Each Department

Discipline Test Method

Humanities / Science Documents Review

Medicine Interview & Documents Review

Arts & Athletics Practical Test & Documents Review

B. Additional requirements
1) Admitted applicants who fail to meet the CAU Korean language requirement must take a leave
of absence and enroll in the designated Korean Language Courses at the CAU Institute of
International Education. The students are required to attend the courses at the Anseong
campus for the first 6 months. Failure to register for the Korean language course may result
in dismissal from your undergraduate academic record.
2) Upon meeting any of the standards below, the student will be allowed to enter CAU and start
taking a degree program at CAU in the coming semester.
- Submit a Certificate of TOPIK level 4 or higher
(TOPIK level 3 or higher for Design department/Global School of Arts Applied Music /
Global School of Arts Game Contents & Animations)
- Complete the level-4 (or higher) Korean Language Course at the CAU Institute of
International Education(Applies only upon admission)
- Complete Korean language course Level 5 at a Korean University certified by IEQAS.
Please refer to the Korean Version of Undergraduate Admission Guide for International
Students. (20p).
- Complete Sejong Hakdang Korean Intermediate 2 course or higher
(Applies only upon admission)
3) All Applicants should follow the above mentioned policies. Applicant who does not follow the
policies will face corresponding limitations.

5. Admission Decision
A. Admission decisions are made by each department based on total scores.
B. Applicants may apply for a single department or two departments.
C. For applicants who want to apply for two departments, you may choose the humanities department
and the natural science department(Humanities, Social Sciences, Business &Economics, Natural
Sciences, Biotechnology &Natural Resources , Engineering, ICT Engineering, Software, Arts and
Technology) as your second choice after applying for your first choice. (Please note that you may
not select the medical department or the arts and sports department as your second choice.)
D. The second choice of the student will only be taken into consideration if their first choice is
rejected.
E. Applicants proven unqualified for CAU during document review will not be admitted to CAU.
F. Qualified applicants with the same scores will all be accepted.
G. In case the applicant’s visa issuance is denied by the Korean government, your admission can be
canceled. Also, the tuition fee will be refunded according to the university policy.
H. Failure to submit required documents, false entries in the documents, forgery, falsification,
examination irregularities, or ineligibility will lead to rejection of application or even to cancellation of
admission regardless of the evaluation results.

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6. Practical Test (Audition & Portfolio)
College Schools & majors Information about Practical Test weight
◉ Performing a script
Applicants shall prepare an audition piece from either [a drama] or
[a musical] and perform it while demonstrating their talents as
actors/actresses at the audition.
※ If music is needed, applicants must bring a USB containing the
Theatre music (should be less than 2 minutes).
100%
(Acting) ◉ Improvisation test and interview
Applicant’s aptitude, knowledge, skills and understanding will be
tested.
*The time for interview may be a minute shorter or longer for
different applicants depending on their acting performance. (should be
less than 2 minutes).
◉ Story-Making (90 minutes)
- Using 5 given places, applicants must create a story set in the
places. (Places will be presented in a text)
※ Notes
- All the 5 places must be used in the story regardless of order.
Film
- Any place other than the given 5 shall not be used (using the 100%
Studies
Performing same place more than twice is allowed).
Arts and - Format of the story can be a plot, a novel, or a scene of a
Media scenario.
- When writing, specify the place in one line and start the story
set in the place from the next line.
◉ Portfolio (bring it to the test).
* Refer to the Korean Version of Undergraduate Admission Guide for
Theatre and International Students.(9p)
◉ Interview 100%
Film Design
Through questions mostly about the submitted portfolio, the applicant’s
intention behind the portfolio, process of portfolio production, the
applicant’s knowledge and aptitude will be tested.
Arts ◉ Based on his/her portfolio, applicants will be interviewed on their
intention behind the pieces and photography techniques they used.
- Applicants must bring their portfolio to the test.
Photography 100%
- 15 pages (27.9cm × 35.56cm)
※ No paste-up is needed. Bring an envelope containing only
photos.
Korean ◉ Dance audition: Applicants must perform within 3 minutes.
Modern - Applicants must perform the type of dance they wish to major in.
Dance 100%
- Applicants must prepare their own music(USB which is a wav or
Ballet
mp3 file) and costume suitable for chosen major.
◉ Evaluation is based on applicant's portfolio.
The portfolio should follow the guidelines below, and systematically
Crafts exhibit their original projects, which should be no more than twelve
(12).
01. The portfolio should be made up of 12 original projects/items
at most, including 4 detailed descriptions.
02. The descriptions should include : the process of how the idea
led to the final project and how the idea develop your own
Design Industrial artistic identity. 100%
Design 03. The size of the portfolio must be A4 (210x297mm). You are
free to choose either portrait or landscape mode.
04. When including USB material, the file formats must be saved
as “jpg(image files)”, “mov (video files)”, or “mp3(audio files)”
05. Any included video or audio material, must not be more than
2 minutes.
Visual Design 06. A video introduction will take place of the interview. Include a
personal statement as well as a video to introduce yourself.
- Video must be less than 2 minutes

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 - Speak directly to the camera
- Introduce yourself in Korean(announce your name first, and
then proceed with yourself introduction)
- The file must be saved as a .mov file
- No special effects or video overlay
07. If it is discovered that the projects have been plagiarized or
made by someone else, The applicant’s admission will be
cancelled even after a full admission has been previously
granted.
* The Portfolio must be submitted together with your
admissions documents.
Once submitted, no other practical tests will be conducted.
◉ Composition test: Applicants must write a piece in the ternary form
(A+B+A') for unaccompanied violin solo. (Applicant must also analyze 50%
Composition
chord tone & nonharmonic tone)
◉ Piano test: Applicants must play a piece of their choice 50%
◉ Test 1 (given piece): choose and perform one piece in German
lyrics by one of the following composers: 50%
W.A.Mozart, F.Schubert, R.Schumann, J.Brahms, R.Strauss, H.Wolf
Voice Music ◉ Test 2 (free selection): Choose and perform either an art song in
Italian lyrics or an opera aria.
50%
(Opera aria should be performed in its original language and key
Music
with recitativo omitted)
◉ Test 1: Play one fast movement from Beethoven's piano sonatas 50%
Piano ◉ Test 2: Play one piece from Etude by F. Chopin, F. Lizst or S.
50%
Rachmaninoff (including Recitative)
◉ Wind & Strings: Play one free song for each instrument, alternating
between slow and fast parts, for a total duration of approximately 10
100%
minutes. Play both the fast and slow movements within this time
Orchestral Music
frame.
◉ Percussion: Play all two instruments of Snare Drum, Marimba for
100%
10 minutes
◉ Refer to the Korean Version of Undergraduate Admission Guide for
Music and Arts 100%
Korean International Students.(10p)
Music ◉ Refer to the Korean Version of Undergraduate Admission Guide for
Party Arts 100%
International Students.(10p)
01. Video Introduction
A. Contents: Please provide only the major and name you
applied for, and then proceed to discuss explanations specifically
related to the portfolio you submitted. (This should include
details about the production intention of the work, your role,
your efforts in fulfilling that role, the production process, and
the motivations behind the production.)
**The introduction video must start with the phrase of <Example>
below.
Example) "This is [Your Name] who has applied for the TV
Global
Broadcasting and Entertainment major at the Department of
School TV Broadcasting Global Arts at Chung-Ang University. In my portfolio, I will be
100%
of & Entertainment showcasing...“
B. Video length: within 1min 30sec
Arts
C. File format: mov or mp4, resolution is 1920*1080
D. Note
-For self-introduction, you are welcome to use a foreign
language in the video. However, please ensure that you provide
a Korean translation or include Korean subtitles in the video.
-When introducing yourself, do not mention motivation for
applying, family relationships, and desired career after
graduation (points will be deducted if mentioned).
-The introduction video should be recorded using a fixed
camera in a horizontal (16:9) aspect ratio. The camera should

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 capture the upper body of the person in a bust shot, facing
the front.
02. Portfolio (Regardless of genre, submit only 1 basic to maximum
2)
A. The submitted videos should not be related to live action,
animation, CGI, etc. (Please note that photos/pictures are not
accepted as part of the portfolio.)
B. The video's genre (short film, web drama, short form,
performance/appearance video, etc.) should be widely
recognized. However, you should submit the work that best
showcases your role or abilities. (For submitted works, please
edit and ensure they are no longer than 5 minutes.)
C. Be sure to indicate your role in the video as credits (Korean
subtitles)
D. Applicants for acting majors are required to submit a
monologue video featuring their performance. The video should
be shot with a fixed camera in a 16:9 aspect ratio. Organize
your acting with suitable movement and lines. The video should
not exceed 1 minute and 30 seconds in duration. If performing
in a foreign language, please include Korean subtitles.
E. Scenario submitters should provide a planning intention or
synopsis that is less than 1 page in length, along with the
scenario itself. Please note that only the individual's role will be
recognized in the evaluation.
03. Note: In the case of a portfolio, if a work is produced on behalf
of another person or if plagiarism of another person's work is
discovered, the admission will be revoked even after the
admission decision has been made.

* The Portfolio must be submitted together with your admissions

documents.
Once submitted, no other practical tests will be conducted.

1. self introduction: Please attach a cover letter along with a brief

video introducing yourself.
A. Contents: In your application, please introduce your desired
major and provide explanations related to the portfolio you
have submitted. This should include your motivation for
applying, what you hope to learn during your time at school,
your envisioned career path after graduation, as well as
explanations pertaining to your portfolio or your role in the
submitted work.
B. Video length: minimum 30 seconds, maximum 90 seconds)
C. File format: MOV or MP4
D. Note
1) For the video self-introduction, please use Korean. If you
Applied are submitting documents in languages other than Korean,
Music make sure to include translated versions of those documents.
2) Address the camera directly by beginning with your name
and providing a self-introduction.
2. Portfolio
-A video of a musical instrument played by you among the
instruments such as drum, bass, guitar, piano, string
-Singing: A video of you singing
-When submitting audio recordings, please ensure that only works
that have not been processed with auto-tune are included.
Sound sources that have undergone auto-tune will not be
considered.
-composition & arrangement; Video material that includes the
work process.
*Length of video: Submit a video of about 2 minutes each

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 *The accepted file formats are MOV or MP4 for videos, and MP3
for sound sources.
*A portfolio consists of a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 3
works.
3. Note: If a portfolio includes work produced on behalf of another
person or plagiarized content is identified, the admission will
be revoked even after the admission decision has been made.

* The Portfolio must be submitted together with your admissions

documents.
Once submitted, no other practical tests will be conducted.
1. Self Introduction Video
A. Contents: Please provide a description of your chosen major
and the work you have submitted. This should include your
motivation for applying, the programs available in the major,
your desired study program, your envisioned career path after
graduation, and a detailed description of the contents within
your portfolio.
B. Video length: up to 90 seconds
C. File format: MOV or MP4
D. Note:
1) Speak the camera directly. Provide a comprehensive
description of yourself and your work, including intricate details.
2) Highlight the primary graphic programs and programming
languages you have utilized, if applicable.
3) Please use Korean for your presentation. If using languages
other than Korean, ensure to provide translation documents
alongside the submission.
2. Portfolio
A. Submission Format: Up to 10 images (PDF, JPG, PNG), up to 3
Video (MP4, MOV)
B. Contents
1) 3D digital works: modeling, painting, sculpting, animation,
Game Contents &
cinematics, level design, game art,
Animations
character/environment/architectural visualization, etc.
2) 2D digital works: drawing, sketch, collage, character design,
illustration, cartoon, storyboard, concept art, visual development,
etc.
3) Media Art and Interaction: Examples of digital work in fields
such as AR, MR, XR and projection mapping, digital
performance, etc.
3. Notes:
A. It is recommended to provide composition that outline
potential idea generation - creation processes - completion.
B. For analog, media art, interaction, and similar categories, you
can submit a video showcasing your work.
C. The utilization of generative A.I is subject to conditional
approval.
4. Notice: If a portfolio includes work produced on behalf of
another person or plagiarized content is identified, the
admission will be revoked even after the admission decision has
been made.

* The Portfolio must be submitted together with your admissions

documents. Once submitted, no other practical tests will be
conducted.
◉ The portfolio should contain following contents.
Sports 01. Self Introduction
Sports science 100%
Science - A brief essay of self introduction
02. Physical Activity

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 - Physical activities done in middle school, high school, or sports
clubs and your future plans and goals
03. Achievements in Physical Activities
- Proofs of P.E. activities in middle school or high school
- Proofs of winning prizes
- Proofs of sports related certificates
- Proofs of experience as an athlete

*If it is discovered that the projects have been plagiarized or

made by someone else, the applicant’s admission will be
cancelled even after a full admission has been previously
granted.
*Korean translation are required for all portfolios and materials.
*Portfolio should be submitted with the application materials, no
extra practical examination will be given

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7. How to apply
Admission applications are accepted only by internet. Any other method of application is
unacceptable.
Access OIA homepage
(http://oia.cau.ac.kr)

Click the application menu

Read the notifications

Fill in the Application Form

※ Basic data entry in the application form
(Save after entering all required
has been completed.
information)
(Completed saving after entering all necessary
information for the application)

- After entering all required information,
make sure to save the form by 6p.m on
Pay Application Fee the final day of the application period.
(Credit Card, Account Transfer etc.) Unsaved forms will not be counted.

※ Applicants interested in applying for their

second choice must first complete the
application for their first choice and pay the
 associated application fee. Afterward, they
should proceed to select and fill out the
application form for their second choice,
following through with the process until the
payment of the respective application fee.
Check whether your application is properly
submitted, and Print out your application
and test ID slip

Submit of required documents via mail

8. Application Fee
Application Fee
Classification Application Fee (First Choice)
(Second Choice)
Humanities / Science KRW 130,000 KRW 50,000

Medicine KRW 150,000 Not applicable

Arts & Athletics KRW 180,000 Not applicable

※ Application fee is not refundable after application period.
※ Applicants for Housing & Interior Design and Fashion under the Department of Design will be assessed based
on the evaluation standards for the College of Humanities applicants, which without practical test.

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9. Required Documents for Admission
Translation
No. Required Documents Freshman Transfer Reference
notarization

1 An Application form ○ ○
Letter of Consent & Letter of Request for the Print out after making online application
2 educational background inquiry.
○ ○

3 A certificate of (expected) graduation from high school ○ ○

In the case of expected graduates, the
A high school academic transcript notarized translation is valid for
4 (Specific GPA on a basic 100 point grade scale basis or ○ ○ 3months from the notarization date.
specify the original grade scale)

A legal, state-issued certificate of family registry or

nationality that verifies applicant's family relationship The notarized translation is valid
5 - China : A copy of Household Register, ○ ○ ○ for 6 months from the notarization
certificate of Family Register
- Japan : Copy of Certificate of Family Register date.
- USA : Birth certificate or the like

6 A copy of national ID card (parents & applicant) ○ ○

7 A copy of passport (applicant) ○ ○

applicable applicable
8 A copy of applicant’s alien registration card (front & back)
person person
For card holders only

A certificate of Family Register & a certificate of renunciation of applicable applicable

nationality issued by Korean government person person For those who have acquired
9 Foreign nationality after renouncing
applicable applicable Korean nationality
A certificate of Foreign Nationality Acquisition
person person

A certificate of Adoption and a certificate of Nationality applicable applicable

Acquisition(Adoption&acquisition dates should be stated) person person
For those who have acquired
10
Foreign nationality through adoption
A certificate of renunciation of nationality issued by Korean applicable applicable
government person person
College Entrance Exam Result applicable
11 person
For holders only
※Example: A transcript of 高考(Gao Kao), SAT
Foreign Language Only
An official record of Foreign Language Test For holders only
applicable applicable
12 (TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, JLPT, HSK) The score should not be expired
person person The test score of your native language is
※ Official record must be currently valid
not valid

A certificate of Test of Proficiency in Korean(TOPIK) or a

certificate of Korean Language Course at Institutes of Korean applicable applicable For holders only
13 Universities person person The score should not be expired.
※ Official record must be currently valid
The notarized translation is valid for
14 A certificate of Enrollment from University ○ ○ 3 months as of the notarization
date.
An academic transcript from Univ. (or College)
15 ※ (Specify Required Credits for Graduation,
○ ○ In the case of expected graduates,
Specific GPA on a 100 point grade scale basis or specify the
original grade scale) the notarized translation is valid for 3
A certificate of (expected) graduation from Univ. (or months from the notarization date.
16 College)
○ ○

applicable Only high school enrollment period

17 A proof of volunteer activities or awards.
person
X
documents are accepted
Design department (Crafts/Visual Design/
applicable applicable
18 Portfolio
person person
Industrial Design)/Global School of Arts /
Sports science applicants only (9p)

* A proof for your final education For the final successful applicants, submit with reference to page 18

※ All translation notarization must be issued by the proper authorities in the applicant’s home country except for unavoidable
cases.
Note: 1) The documents should be translated and notarized into Korean or English if they were written in languages other than
Korean or English. 2) Successful candidates must submit certificate of graduation and certificate of registration with an Apostille
issued from the government authorities or the documents notarized/translated by Korean embassy (consulate) in the applicant’s
home country 3) Successful candidates from countries that are not member nations of Apostille should submit the documents with
consular legalization issued from Korean consulate in the applicant’s home country. (※Must be received by Chung-Ang University by
January 12. 2024 (Fri).
(Submit documents by referring to the reference table below for academic background certification documents.)

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10. Notes on Document Submission

A. All documents submitted must be originals unless certified copies have been approved by an
officer of Office of International Affairs at Chung-Ang University in case of unavoidable
circumstances.
B. Any documents written in languages other than English or Korean must be accompanied by a
Korean translation certified by a public notary.
C. Applicants who apply for two departments should print out both the 1st and 2nd choice
application form as well as the consent form for academic background inquiry. These forms
should be submitted along with one copy of the admission documents.
D. After the online application, a hard copy of the application forms and required documents must
be put in a mailing envelope, on which the given envelope cover (printable from the web
application system) is glued, and be mailed to Office of International Affairs. (Please refer to
“Document Submission Address.” page)
※ Must be received between September 6, 2023 (Wed) 09:00 – October 4, 2023 (Fri) 18:00
E. If different names are used among the submitted documents, proper documents issued by the
legal authorities in the applicant’s home country must also be submitted to prove all the names
refer to the same person, the applicant.
F. The University reserves the right to demand additional documents to prove or verify the
authenticity of submissions or eligibility.
G. Any inaccurate information in the documents or incomplete documents may cause exclusion of
the applicant from consideration.
H. The submitted documents will not be returned to applicants.
I. Other issues not dealt with in this guidebook will be handled based upon the decision of the
Commission of University Admission Management of CAU.
J. Accepted candidates will be subscribed to National Health Insurance system automatically.
K. Successful candidates must submit certificate of graduation, certificate of registration with an
Apostille issued from the government authorities in the applicant’s home country. Successful
candidates from countries that are not member nations of Apostille should submit the documents
with consular legalization issued from Korean consulate in the applicant’s home country. (Instead
of the Apostille certificates, Chinese applicants can submit academic record certificates and degree
certificates issued by the relevant verification center under the Chinese Ministry of Education.)
- Submission Deadline: 12 January, 2024 (Fri) 17:00 (Please refer to “Document Submission Address”
page)
※ Without submission of the above mentioned certificates, your admission will be cancelled.

11. Student Visa (D-2) Application

Classification Students who are residing in Korea Students who are residing abroad
- Application form, passport, one photo
- Foreign Registration Card (Only applicable - Application form, passport, one photo
Documents for current residents) - Certificate of Admission, Business
required - Document of residency License of CAU
- Certificate of Admission, Business License (To be sent by email)
of CAU

※ Depending on the status of your residency, please make sure to contact the relevant immigration
office or the Korean embassy of your country in advance for the documents required for visa
application.
※ Depending on the student's status, additional documents may be requested by the relevant
organization during visa application.

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12. Application for 'Certificate of Admission'
A. After being admitted, foreign applicants must complete an online application on the OIA
Website in order to receive the standard Certificate of Admission, which is required to apply for
their D-2 visa.
B. Points to consider when applying for an admission letter
1) Applicants must submit a copy of their Foreigner Registration Card (RC) or Passport to the
CAU Office of International Affairs (OIA) if a change has been made to their Foreigner
Registration Card (RC) or Passport.
2) The student is responsible for any problems caused by their non-compliance to submit
within
the application period and for any errors in the information they provide.
3) Under the Immigration Act of Korea, students without visas for studying abroad may not
study in Korea. In this case, you may apply to cancel your admission or withdraw from school.
Your tuition fee will be refunded according to the university policy.
※ The criteria for submitting the standard admission certificate application and balance certificate for
successful applicants who do not meet the Korean language requirements will be announced at a
later date.

C. Application period and Issuance date

Classification Schedule Notes

Online Application Only.
Online application for Certificate of Admission January, 2024 (http://oia.cau.ac.kr)

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13. Required Documents for Certificate of Admission Issuance
A. Issuance of Bank Balance Certificate

Classification Contents
Bank balance certificate issued within 30 days from the date of application for
Documents Certificate of Admission under the name of the applicant or parents

Bank balance certificate in the name of the applicant or parent issued within the last
Issuance criteria one month based from the date of visa issuance (change) application date.

Number of 3 copies to be issued and only 1 copy is submitted to the university (remaining 2
Issuances copies: for visa application and change, for personal possession)
◦Annual tuition and living expenses (tuition for two semesters + living
expense 12,000,000 KRW)
◦In the case of a foreign currency balance certificate, check the exchange
rate on the base date of each quarter immediately before issuance of the
Deposit Amount certificate (1.1/4.1/7.1/10.1)
For example) If the tuition for a single semester is 5,000,000 KRW, a bank
balance certificate of more than 22,000,000 KRW is required. This calculation
is based on 5,000,000 KRW multiplied by two semesters, plus an additional
12,000,000 KRW for living expenses.

Deposit Amount 20,000 USD / 135,000 CNY / 23,000,000 KRW

Term of Validity Balance amount of Chinese banks shall be freezed until April 30, 2024
(Chinese Bank)
◦ Student can submit Bank balance certificate by Korean Bank, if they apply for
their visa change in Korea.
Note ◦ Additional documents may be requested by relevant government organization.
◦ The acceptance of the submitted balance statement may be subject to
interpretation by the Immigration Department of the Ministry of Justice.
Scholarship students who receive tuition and living expenses do not need to submit
Exemption bank balance certificate during application

※ The criteria for submitting the standard admission certificate application and balance certificate for
successful applicants who do not meet the Korean language requirements will be announced at a
later date.
B. Documents to Prove Final Education for Visa Issuance: Academic Certificate Document
Require Documents
Certificate of Certificate of
Classification Certificate of Graduation
Enrollment from Graduation from
from High School
University University/College
High
graduate ○
School
University currently enrolled/
(4year expected ○ ○
course) graduate
University
(4year
graduate ○
course)/
College
• Regarding the certificate mentioned above, please refer to the authentication method for each academic certification
document criteria provided below.

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□ Authentication method for each document confirming final education.

Academic Background Documents

Classification Non Apostille
Apostille
China
countries countries

■ Academic High School : Need to submit

the degree report issued by the certification center
owned by China government (Ministry of Education)
www.chsi.com.cn

■ Business/Vocational High School : Choose one

among below cases.
보통중등전문학교(普通 ① Online Issuance
中专) Regular ⅰ) Graduation certificate issued
Specialized Secondary by a local education authority :
Schools Verification by Korean Consulate is
required
직업고등학교(职业高
中) * Only acceptable if
authenticity of the documents can
Vocational High be verified online
Schools
② Offline Issuance (‘School
Information Confirmation Form
(Attachment 2) is required)

성인중등전문학교(成人 ⅰ) Graduation certificate issued

by a local education authority :
High school 中专) Verification by Korean Consulate is Submit
diploma/degree Adult Specialized required Apostille
Secondary Schools document
ⅱ) Certificate of graduation
issued by the school: Confirmation or submit
by the Ministry of Education + the the documents
Verification by Korean Consulate notarized/
Human Resources and Social documents
Security official website translated by
notarized/
기술공업학교(技工 (http://www.mohrss.gov.cn/) Korean
translated
学校) by embassy
Online verification copy +
Skilled Workers Verification from Korean Consulate Korean (consulate)
Schools in your country
* Only acceptable if authenticity embassy
of the documents can be verified
online
(consulate)
■ Other accredited schools in your
Certificate of graduation issued by the school + country
Verification from Korean Consulate
※ Certificate of
설립허가증(사업단위법인증서(事业单位法人证书) or
민판학교판학허가증(民办学校办学许可证)) is required
(However, only academic curriculum is recognized,
notarization is not required)

University
(4years)
enrollment
(completion)
certificate the degree report issued by the certification
center owned by China government
University (Ministry of Education)
(4years)/ www.chsi.com.cn
College
Diploma/
Certificate
of Graduation

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 □ Precautions when submitting documents
- For those who are expected to graduate, you should submit their diplomas as soon as possible right
after your graduation.
- If you are unable to submit your certificate, you will be restricted from visa issuance and your
admission may be canceled.
- These items listed above may change according to immigration regulations.
14. Scholarship & Tuition fee
A. For 1st semester
Classifi
Scholarship Conditions Benefit
cation
Among applicants who have completed the level-4)Korean
30% reduction in tuition
Language Course at the CAU Institute of International Education
Among applicants who have completed the level-5 (or higher) Korean
50% reduction in tuition
Language Course at the CAU Institute of International Education
Those who have completed level 5 or higher at the Language Education
Tuition
Center at other universities (educational internationalization competency 30% reduction in tuition
fee
certification universities)

TOPIK level 5 50% reduction in tuition

100% of tuition fee is

TOPIK level 6
waived
※ This Scholarship is not available for School of Medicine.

B. From 2nd semester until the minimum amount of time required to complete a degree: In
accordance with the school regulations, it is paid to those with excellent grades in the
previous semester.

Payment Amount
1) 100% of tuition fee waived for the students whose GPA for the previous semester was 4.3 or higher.
2) 50% of tuition fee waived for the students whose GPA for the previous semester was 4.0 or higher.
3) 30% of tuition fee waived for the students whose GPA for the previous semester was 3.7 or higher.
4) 20% of tuition fee waived for the students whose GPA for the previous semester was 3.2 or higher.
※ In case of losing foreign nationality (and acquiring Korean nationality), the student will no longer be
eligible for this scholarship.
※ The scholarship standard is subject to change according to relevant policies.
※ The scholarship standard above is revising now which may cause differences. Once the revision is
finished, it will be released on Admission Guide.
C. Tuition fee (Based on the 2023 academic year)
Tuition fee for the Tuition fee after second
College
first semester semester
Humanities, Social Sciences, Business & Economics 4,623,000 KRW 4,427,000 KRW
Natural Sciences, Biotechnology and Natural Resources 5,355,000 KRW 5,159,000 KRW
Medicine 7,343,000 KRW 7,147,000 KRW
Engineering, ICT Engineering, Software,
6,069,000 KRW 5,873,000 KRW
Arts and Technology
Arts (Except for Theatre & Film Studies) 6,109,000 KRW 5,913,000 KRW
Arts (Theatre(Acting), Film Studies) 6,164,000 KRW 5,968,000 KRW
Sports Science 5,500,000 KRW 5,304,000 KRW
※ The tuition fee is subject to change.
15. List of International Education Quality Assurance Universities
(Refer to the Korean Version of Undergraduate Admission Guide for International Students.)

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